The Cheshire - Your Boutique Escape in Richmond Heights

Each guest room at The Cheshire is named after a famous British author and includes a biography of that author along with copies of their works. The themed novelty suites, such as the Treasure Island Suite and James Bond room, provide interactive experiences like scavenger hunts for guests. Rooms are furnished with antique Tudor-style furniture and stained glass windows, with options including Royal King suites featuring chaise lounges and walk-in showers.

The Fox & Hounds Tavern serves a varied drink list of Irish, Scottish, and American whiskey alongside small meals by a big stone fireplace. Basso, the Italian restaurant on the property, offers classic comfort food for Sunday brunch, lunch, and dinner, with dishes like linguini, pizza, and espresso martinis. A complimentary continental breakfast is provided each morning, featuring fresh fruit, pastries, scrambled eggs, and local organic coffee, plus a Starbucks is available on site.

The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool with poolside cabanas and refreshments available from the tavern during summer months. Guests have complimentary access to a sleek wellness center with fitness equipment, and the lobby features a wood-burning fireplace with board games and puzzles. A 24/7 complimentary coffee and tea service is available in the lobby, and the hotel provides on-site parking in a garage and surface lot.

The Cheshire stands less than one block from Forest Park, which houses the St. Louis Zoo and Saint Louis Art Museum, both within walking distance or a short drive. The hotel is located just off I-64 and is less than 1 mile from the St. Louis Zoo, making it convenient for family outings. Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL) is also nearby, and the property sits in the De Mun neighborhood with wine shops and restaurants within a few blocks.

The Cheshire allows dogs to stay with guests for a nominal fee, with pet bowls provided upon request. The hotel has a historical significance dating back to the 1920s and features Tudor architecture with antique furnishings throughout the public areas. Guests can enjoy the English country manor-style lobby with comfortable seating areas, and the hotel offers express check-in/check-out and luggage storage services.

Themed Rooms: Rooms named after British authors with biographies and scavenger hunts

Dining: Fox & Hounds Tavern, Basso Italian restaurant, Starbucks on site

Breakfast: Complimentary continental breakfast with fresh fruit, pastries, local organic coffee

Pool: Outdoor swimming pool with cabanas and refreshments

Location: Less than one block from Forest Park and near St. Louis Zoo

Pet Policy: Dogs allowed for a nominal fee with pet bowls provided